Objectives
- To promote understanding and co-operation between the Asian business and wider communities in Australia, in particular Western Australia.
- To establish and maintain relations with bodies having similar objectives in Australia and other countries.
- To establish and maintain a high standard of business ethics in the conduct of business with other members.
Member Benefits
- Networking opportunities
The Chamber's programmes provide members with many opportunities to meet, gather and establish business contacts.
- Trade Opportunities
Trade seminars and annual trade missions organised by the Chamber enable members to develop business in the Asia-Pacific region. Some of the trade missions organised include missions to the People's Republic of China, Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia.
- Discounted Fees for WACCC Functions
Members enjoy a special rate for attending any of the fee-paying functions organised by the Chamber.
- Publications
All members receive one issue annually of the Chamber's magazine, The Abacus. plus quarterly Abacus e-newsletter. The Abacus provides stories of interest including current business market information, trends and new developments in Australia-Asia relations. Advertising opportunities are also available to communicate to other Chamber members.
Membership Categories
- Corporate Membership
- Individual/Sole Trader Membership
- Young Membership
- Student membership
The four membership categories have different fee and requirements.
Over the past twenty years the Chamber has built up a large membership base, the majority corporate members representing established business enterprises in Western Australia
How to Apply for Membership
Application for membership of the Chamber shall be made to the Chamber Council by application form. The Council shall consider all such applications and shall admit to the Chamber those persons who are eligible for membership.
| Membership Type |
Annual Subscription |
|---|---|
| Corporate Member | $300 |
| Individual/Sole Trader member | $200 |
| Young Member (up to 30 years old) | $50 |
| Student Member (Full-Time only) | $30 |
Corporate Members may nominate more than one representative. The annual Corporate Member subscription fee of $300 includes one representative. For all the subsequent representative the fee will be $150.
A proposer who is a current member of the Chamber is required to endorse the application.